⭐ 4.6
Parks & Play Areas
Southampton Common
The Avenue Highfield · Southampton
This expansive green space offers adventure playgrounds and wildlife spotting opportunities for active families, with parking, toilets and refreshments available onsite for a full day out.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Calshot Activities Centre
Calshot Activities Centre · Southampton
Hampshire's premier adventure hub offers thrilling water-based activities and climbing walls for active families, with full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout this expansive coastal venue.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Tudor House and Garden
Bugle Street · Southampton
Step back in time at this fascinating historic home on Bugle Street, where period rooms and a beautiful recreated garden bring centuries of family life vividly to life.
⭐ 4.5
Parks & Play Areas
Itchen Valley Country Park
Southampton, Hampshire · Southampton
This award-winning 440-acre country park offers scenic walking trails, woodland habitats and meadows to discover, with a restaurant, parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout.
⭐ 4.5
Farm Parks
Manor Farm and Country Park
Pylands Lane, Burlesdon near · Southampton
Step back in time to discover heritage buildings and working equipment, then wander through beautiful woodland trails at this accessible Southampton country park with farmyard animals and picnic areas.
⭐ 4.5
Zoos & Animal Parks
New Forest Wildlife Park
Deerleap Lane at Longdown, Ashurst · Southampton
Follow scenic woodland paths to observe native British wildlife thriving in natural forest habitats at this family-friendly park near Southampton, complete with restaurant and picnic areas.
⭐ 4.4
Museums & Galleries
SeaCity Museum
Havelock Road · Southampton
Explore Southampton's deep connection to the Titanic disaster through compelling exhibits and heartfelt testimonies from residents whose lives were forever changed by the 1912 maritime tragedy.
⭐ 4.3
Skiing & Snowboarding
Alpine Snowsports Centre Southampton
The Outdoor Sports Centre, Thornhill Road · Southampton
Experience the thrill of winter sports year-round at this Southampton dry ski slope, offering coaching for all abilities from age 4, plus an onsite restaurant and wheelchair access.
⭐ 4.3
Indoor Soft Play
Monkey Bizness Southampton
234 Empress Road · Southampton
This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue features climbing frames and activities for children, plus an onsite restaurant and baby changing rooms. Free parking and accessible facilities make it ideal for families.
⭐ 4.2
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Southampton
Westquay South · Southampton
Strike up family fun at Westquay South with bowling lanes, arcade entertainment and delicious dining all under one roof, plus full accessibility and onsite parking for a hassle-free day out.
⭐ 4.2
Indoor Soft Play
Jungle Jeans
Unit N West Quay Industrial Estate, West Quay Road · Southampton
Kids aged 0-12 can climb and explore exciting play equipment while grown-ups enjoy refreshments at the café. Parking available, with snacks and meals served onsite.
⭐ 4.2
Indoor Soft Play
Play Shack
Unit 28 Solent Trading Estate, Shamblehurst Lane · Southampton
Let little ones burn off energy at this Hedge End soft play venue featuring climbing frames and slides, plus an onsite café serving Costa coffee and snacks for parents.
⭐ 4.2
Adventure & Activity Centres
The Outdoor Sports Centre
Thornhill Road Bassett Southampton SO16, Bassett · Southampton
Active families can enjoy climbing walls, multi-sport pitches and more at this well-equipped Southampton venue with onsite dining, parking and wheelchair access.
⭐ 4.1
Indoor Soft Play
Jumpin Jax Soft Play and Party
G T House · Southampton
Southampton's energetic indoor activity centre delivers endless fun for youngsters with exciting play zones, refreshments on-site, and baby changing rooms for little ones.
⭐ 4.1
Beaches & Coastline
Solent Breezes Beach
Hook Lane · Southampton
This Hampshire shingle shore offers a welcoming spot for young children to paddle and play, with wheelchair access and space to enjoy your own packed lunch by the water.
⭐ 3.7
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Applemore PlayZone
Claypits Ln, Dibden, Southampton SO45 5TN, UK · Southampton
A family-friendly leisure venue in Dibden offering facilities that include onsite parking, toilets and baby changing rooms, plus the option to bring your own picnic for a fun day out.
⭐ 3.7
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Southampton
Auckland Road · Southampton
Strike up fun at this lively entertainment venue offering bowling lanes, arcade games and laser tag action, plus an onsite restaurant to refuel hungry families between activities.
⭐ 3.6
Swimming & Leisure Centres
The Quays Swimming and Diving Centre
The Quays · Southampton
Southampton's premier aquatic facility boasts outstanding diving boards alongside welcoming family swim sessions, all within fully accessible, pushchair-friendly premises complete with refreshments.
⭐ 3.4
Trampoline & Bounce Parks
Flip Out Southampton
Unit 1A School Lane, Chandlers Park · Southampton
Bounce into action at this dynamic trampoline venue featuring exciting zones for all ages, plus an onsite café and special sessions for tiny jumpers under five.
⭐ 1.5
Live Events & Concerts
Hive Family Festival
YMCA Fairhtorne Group, National Centre, Fairthorne Manor, Botley Road, Curbridge, Southampton · Southampton
An inclusive family-friendly festival at Fairthorne Manor featuring full wheelchair and pushchair access throughout, with baby changing facilities available for visitors with young children.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Curious About Southampton
Southampton City Centre · Southampton
Explore Southampton's heritage through interactive displays and exhibits right in the heart of the city centre. Food and snacks are served on-site, though the venue has limited accessibility.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Find Your Way Virtual Adventure Trails
Royal Victoria Country Park, The Park Office, Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley Abbey, Southampton SO31 5GA, UK · Southampton
Explore interactive GPS-guided trails through Royal Victoria Country Park using cutting-edge technology for an exciting outdoor quest. Onsite parking, restaurant and toilets available.
Horse Riding
Gleneagle Equestrian Centre
Allington Lane, West End · Southampton
Whether you're taking your first steps in the saddle or perfecting your riding skills, this Southampton equestrian centre offers expert tuition for all abilities in a friendly West End setting.
Indoor Soft Play
Jeffries Jungle
GT House Ashley Crescent, Sholing · Southampton
This indoor play venue on Ashley Crescent features soft play equipment and an onsite restaurant, though families should note the lack of baby facilities and wheelchair access before visiting.
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